Steve has a Bachelor of Arts from Wake Forest University and a Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law. He and his wife Susan attend Cornelia United Methodist Church.

Judge M. Steven Campbell

Steve is a partner at Campbell & Campbell and is a city attorney for the City of Cornelia, Hen was previously a municipal court judge in Tallulah Falls and served as Prosecutor/Solicitor of the Habersham State Court for 18 years.

Steven Campbell

Steve Campbell is currently a State Court Judge in Habersham County. He was appointed in 2010. 

The candidate's website says, "Steve has served as State Court Judge since 2010... earned his law degree from Wake Forest University School of Law. He previously served as Prosecutor/Solicitor of the State Court for 18 years."

As State Court Judge, he presides over legal proceedings, interprets laws, rules on evidence, and delivers verdicts and sentences in cases within his jurisdiction.

In his role as a partner at Campbell & Campbell, he oversees client relationships, manages legal teams, develops business strategies, and provides legal expertise to support the firm's objectives. He practices personal injury, litigation, wills and probate, and municipal law matters.

In his role as city attorney for the City of Cornelia, he provides legal counsel to the municipal government, drafts and reviews ordinances, represents the city in legal matters, and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

In his role as Prosecutor/Solicitor of the State Court, he represented the state in criminal cases, conducted investigations, filed charges, negotiated plea deals, and advocated for justice on behalf of the community.

- As State Court Judge, he presides over legal proceedings, interprets laws, rules on evidence, and delivers verdicts and sentences in cases within his jurisdiction.
- In his role as a partner at Campbell & Campbell, he oversees client relationships, manages legal teams, develops business strategies, and provides legal expertise to support the firm's objectives. He practices personal injury, litigation, wills and probate, and municipal law matters.
- In his role as city attorney for the City of Cornelia, he provides legal counsel to the municipal government, drafts and reviews ordinances, represents the city in legal matters, and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- In his role as Prosecutor/Solicitor of the State Court, he represented the state in criminal cases, conducted investigations, filed charges, negotiated plea deals, and advocated for justice on behalf of the community.

Legal Experience

As of April 23, 2024, Steve Campbell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Candidate website

Said, "I believe the rule of law and due process is the bedrock of a sound judicial system. ... It is my duty as judge to listen to both sides and determine on a case by case basis what is fair, right, and just. ..."

Said, "I believe the rule of law and due process is the bedrock of a sound judicial system. ... It is my duty as judge to listen to both sides and determine on a case by case basis what is fair, right, and just..."

- Said, "I believe the rule of law and due process is the bedrock of a sound judicial system. ... It is my duty as judge to listen to both sides and determine on a case by case basis what is fair, right, and just..."

Judicial Philosophy

Judicial Administration

The candidate's website says, "Steve and his family attend Cornelia United Methodist Church where he is Chairman of the Staff Parish Relations Committee."

Serves as the Chairman of the Staff Parish Relations Committee at Cornelia United Methodist Church. 

- Serves as the Chairman of the Staff Parish Relations Committee at Cornelia United Methodist Church. 

Community Involvement

Steve Campbell

- Despite their name, State Courts in Georgia have limited jurisdiction within their county. State Court Judges also have limited jurisdiction over the types of cases they hear, as opposed to Superior Court. 
- State Court Judges hear misdemeanors, like traffic tickets. They also issue arrest and search warrants and hold preliminary hearings in some criminal cases. 
- State Court Judges hear most civil matters that aren't related to land titles, divorce, or cases involving non-monetary damages (those matters are handled by the Superior Court).
- State Court Judges are elected in non-partisan county wide elections and serve four year terms. The Governor can appoint State Court Judges when vacancies arise. 
